Geotechnical Staff Engineer — Field & Lab

Braun Intertec Corporation; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Braun Intertec Corporation in Urbandale, IA seeks a Staff Engineer to expand their geotechnical and materials testing capabilities. The role involves field tests, lab work, and collaboration with senior engineers to deliver projects.

Applicants should have a civil engineering degree with geotechnical/materials emphasis and be eligible for EIT within six months. Opportunities for training and professional growth are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with geotechnical or materials emphasis.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Field work 50%+ of time and strong communication skills.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Perform various field and laboratory tests.
• Work independently on limited-scope assignments and with engineers on larger projects.
• Prepare proposals for geotechnical and material testing projects.
• Manage basic geotechnical and material testing projects.
• Maintain client communications and build client relations.
• Develop solutions, make recommendations, and prepare engineering reports for review.
• Observe construction in progress and report to project engineer.
• Gain experience relevant to obtaining a Professional Engineer license.

Skills

Driver's license

Field work 50%+

Communication skills

Lift 50 lbs

Travel 25%

Education

Civil engineering bachelor's degree (geotech/materials)

EIT certification or eligible within 6 months

Job description

Braun Intertec Corporation in Urbandale, IA seeks a Staff Engineer to expand their geotechnical and materials testing capabilities. The role involves field tests, lab work, and collaboration with senior engineers to deliver projects.

Applicants should have a civil engineering degree with geotechnical/materials emphasis and be eligible for EIT within six months. Opportunities for training and professional growth are provided.